Laser Engraving

Laser engraving is the practice of using lasers to engrave or mark an object. It's also
sometimes incorrectly described as etching, which involves the use of acid or similar
chemical. The laser engraving technique can be technical and complex, and often a computer
system with the proper software is used to drive the movements of the laser head. Despite this, very precise and
clean laser engravings can be achieved at a very high rate.

The engraving technique does not involve tool bits which contact the engraving surface and wear out. This is
considered an advantage over alternative engraving systems and technologies where bit heads
have to be replaced regularly.

The impact of laser engraving has been more pronounced for specially-designed "laserable"
materials, which include polymer and novel metal alloys, see below.

In situations where physical alteration of a surface by engraving is
undesirable, an alternative such as "marking" is available. This is a generic term that covers a broad spectrum of
surfacing techniques, including printing and hot-branding. In many instances, laser engraving
machines are able to do marking that would have been done by other processes.

There are a number of laser engraving systems. You can get custom laser
engraving and wholesale laser engraving. There are a number of laser
engraving supply stores online. There are laser engraving services also. Some
laser engraving machines come from China. You can even start up a laser engraving
business at little cost.